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BX61 VBC

2012 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,671 mi
Last recorded17,671 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX61 VBC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 17,671 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 17,671 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 15,721 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 15,621 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 13,412 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 11,471 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 9,224 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 7,129 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Sep 2016 7,129 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2015 6,236 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 10,478 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?

Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
987
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
18,758
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1,911
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,706
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1,581
Tyre tread not clearly visible 1,455
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,453
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BX61 VBC is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 8,933 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Zip fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 1,911 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX61 VBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Zip typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BX61 VBC registered?

BX61 VBC is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is BX61 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX61 VBC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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